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NATIONAL PECAN TORTE DAY | AUGUST 22

National Pecan Torte Day recognizes a delicious pecan treat on August 22nd. Of the pecan recipes, the torte delivers a decadent dessert that’s also versatile.

As a baked specialty, tortes become the centerpiece of desserts. Tortes provide a delicious choice of fillings such as whipped cream, buttercream, mousse, jam, fruits or nuts. The baker often glazes and garnishes the torte once it is cooled. Generally made with little to no flour, tortes use ground nuts or breadcrumbs, along with sugar, eggs, and flavorings instead.

The pecan tree is the only nut tree native to North America.

Pecan Benefits

While sweetening up your pecans tends to dilute the benefits, keep in mind that indulging in moderation is ok. However, we know how difficult that can be when you #CelebrateEveryDay. Pecans do deliver some healthy perks, though.

First off, pecans pack in more than 19 vitamins and minerals. Some of the ones with some nutritional punch include vitamins A, B, and E. Add to that folic acid, calcium, potassium, and zinc and pecans deserve several celebrations.

Beyond the vital nutrients mentioned above, pecans also provide healthy fats in abundance. These oils are essential to heart health.

Combine the high fiber content with the natural energy provided by pecans, and this feel-good nut sends good vibes all day long. So, even if you celebrate with a small slice of pecan torte, add extra pecans on the side to balance out those naughty calories.

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@ChiliPepper 

What does Tajin taste like?

Never tried it.

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Ha ha @ChiliPepper 

That's a funny one to watch!

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@vabreeze wrote:

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@RespectLife wrote:

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@ChiliPepper wrote:

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This one, I want this one.....and I would share a shrimpie w/ a black cat too!

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@RespectLife 

Ya, I want this one too - it looks so YUMMY!!!

I have shrimp so I searched for this, looks easy enough to do with whatever flavor profile you are in the mood for.

I'm going to try it with Tajin spice this weekend.

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@ChiliPepper 

Love Tajin!  Have you ever tried shaking it over watermelon?  Delicious!!!

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@vabreeze 

Now you have me really interested in what in tastes like!

Watermelon eh?

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@ChiliPepper wrote:

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I'll have this one but w/ Jim Beam Honey Bourbon in it!!

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@ChiliPepper 

Does this one have a recipe???

DH would love it!

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@ChiliPepper wrote:

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Or this one??

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[RespectLife]

I've been watching reruns of Fixer Upper....I am so jealous when some of these houses have their own Pecan Trees!!!

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@RespectLife wrote:

@ChiliPepper 

What does Tajin taste like?

Never tried it.

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@RespectLife 

@vabreeze 

Oh, a little bit spicy, a little bit salty, a little bit limey.

Yummy on chicken & shrimp. I like it on salad, stuffed celery & other veggies. Good on cottage cheese even.

I'm gonna try it on watermelon when I get some like Vabreeze suggested.

[vabreeze]

@ChiliPepper 

@RespectLife 

Tajin was described  perfectly (a little bit limey, spicy and salty).  I like it sprinkled on avocados and to help season Mexican Street Corn/Salad..  It works w/ many things where you want any of its flavor(s).